Is it legal for a boss to ask each employee about personal matters of fellow employees?
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Is it legal for a boss to ask each employee about personal matters of fellow employees?
For example, “Is he gay”?
Asked on May 22, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, Arizona
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Absolutely not, especially if it is an uncomfortable situation and may impact your employment or the person about whom he is asking. Further, in most states and in most companies, there are policies against such behavior. The best thing to do is walk away when such questions are asked or if it continues, contact this person's supervisor.
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